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Nick Wells

“People tell me that I invented that rhythmic gallop – but I just brought it to the fore”: Iron Maiden remain one of most domineering forces in heavy metal – and bassist Steve Harris has led the charge

Steve Harris of Iron Maiden perform onstage during the Power Trip music festival at Empire Polo Club on October 06, 2023 in Indio, California.

Somehow both no-nonsense bloke and consummate showman, Steve Harris has become a master of role-play in his 50 years living heavy metal.

Bassist, lyricist, businessman, rock star, athlete, and family man – he is all these and more. Of course, he is known mostly for one especially grand role: father of metal's most beloved group Iron Maiden.

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